gabapentin

How is this drug best taken?

Use this drug as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely.Keep taking this drug as you have been told by your doctor or other health care provider, even if you feel well.To gain the most benefit, do not miss doses.If you are taking an antacid that has aluminum or magnesium in it, take this drug at least 2 hours after taking the antacid.Take with or without food. Take with food if it causes an upset stomach.Swallow whole with a full glass of water.

What do I do if I miss a dose?

Take a missed dose as soon as you think about it.If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time.Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses.

How do I store and/or throw out this drug?

If your symptoms or health problems do not get better or if they become worse, call your doctor.Do not share your drugs with others and do not take anyone else's drugs.Keep a list of all your drugs (prescription, natural products, vitamins, OTC) with you. Give this list to your doctor.Talk with the doctor before starting any new drug, including prescription or OTC, natural products, or vitamins.This drug comes with an extra patient fact sheet called a Medication Guide. Read it with care. Read it again each time this drug is refilled. If you have any questions about this drug, please talk with the doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened.